Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has commended the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources for what she described as significant improvements in the management of Ghana’s lands and natural resources.
She said government remains fully committed to supporting the ministry’s initiatives, particularly efforts aimed at protecting the environment and strengthening regulation within the sector.
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang made the remarks during a working visit to the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, where she was briefed on ongoing reforms, including measures to curb illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey.
According to her, the fight against galamsey is critical to safeguarding the country’s water bodies, forests and farmlands, stressing that sustained political backing is necessary to achieve lasting results.
“The government is backing the ministry in the work it is doing to improve land management, especially the steps being taken to tackle illegal mining,” she said.
The Vice President also used the occasion to urge the ministry to deliberately factor women into the creation and management of land banks.
She observed that many women are eager to venture into farming and agribusiness but are unable to do so due to limited access to land.
“There are many women who want to go into farming but do not have access to land. It will be appropriate to reserve some lands for such women so they can contribute their capabilities to the economy,” she noted.
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang stressed that improving women’s access to land would not only promote equity but also boost agricultural productivity and support national development.
The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources continues to implement policies aimed at strengthening land administration, protecting natural resources and ensuring their sustainable use for future generations.
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